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Show 6 (27:33 min)

April 18, 2007
Emily Grave, Producer
Sharon Fullilove, Assistant Producers
Jeff Jurica and Sara Loeffelholz, Hosts

Show 5 (27:27 min)

April 11, 2007
Thomas Johnson, Producer
Travis Betts, Assistant Producer
Grace Rogers and Jordyn Ginnity, Hosts

This week, Dispatch 40 looks at different crimes against UT students. The show will give many tips on how students can protect themselves from any danger, as well as a look at local business practices and the growing need for affordable housing.

Show 4 (24:51 min)

April 4, 2007
Cindy Wu, Producer
Eurenio Olzazgasti, Assistant Producer
Melissa Soliz and Amanda Williams, Hosts

This week's show focuses on health issues around the local Austin community such as female egg donations, steroids, and the rising popularity of "Muscle Milk." Dispatch 40 News Team will also talk about the relocation of Alamo Drafthouse and the installation of red light cameras.

Show 3 (26:25 min)

March 28, 2007
David Lahti, Producer
Jessica El-Khoury, Assistant Producer
Sara Loeffelholz and Amy Neyhard, Hosts

In this week's Dispatch 40, we will look at many issues affecting UT student and Austin residents. The Dispatch 40 news team investigates the problems behind student apartment leasing and underground gambling in the Jester Basement.

Show 2 (27:22 min)

March 21, 2007
Sharon Fillilove, Producer
Jordyn Ginnity, Assistant Producer
Emily Graves and Thomas Johnson, Hosts

This week, Dispatch 40 discusses several problems facing Texas students, including parking, rising textbook fees, and Cheese- a new drug becoming popular in middle schools. In this episode, we'll also discuss a rise in minimum wage and experience a ride-along with the Austin Police Department.

Show 1 (24:44 min)

March 7, 2007
Brain Betts, Producer
Amy Neyhard, Assistant Producer
Angela Akins and Jessica El-khoury, Hosts

This week, the Dispatch 40 News Team takes a look at the many aspects that affect the lives of students and Austinites alike. From car theft issues in Austin to preparing for the Halloween season, listeners can feel more in tune with their community.

Fall 2006

Show 1 (28:45 min)
October 26, 2006
Mireya Garcia, Producer
Kyle Boenitz, Assistant Producer
Jesse Arendt and Ashley Paredez, Hosts

This week, the Dispatch 40 News Team takes a look at the many aspects that affect the lives of students and Austinites alike. From car theft issues in Austin to preparing for the Halloween season, listeners can feel more in tune with their community.

Show 2 (25:50 min)
November 2, 2006
Frances Sanchez, Producer
Danielle Wilson, Assistant Producer
Julia Morales and Jihae Min, Hosts

As Election Day approaches UT students and Austinites prepared for the polls, finalizing their vote for governor and the numerous propositions awaiting approval. In this week's episode, you will also find more
information about the rise of rent in West campus as well as the current status on minimum wage in the state.

Show 3 (25:38 min)

Producer: Kirbylane Stephens
Assistant Producer: Rachel Bailey
Hosts: Jaime Gerik, Helen Song

As the holidays approach, learn how many have already been giving, and how you can help support our troops overseas. Also, hear about one UT students claim to fame with his appearance on Wheel of Fortune, and how other students feel about the no smoking law in Austin.

Show 4 (26:13 min)

Producer: Jessica Myles
Assistant Producer: Macey Bielski
Hosts: Tammy Mutasa, Christina Ramirez

The suspenseful election season has passed, as well as the seven bonds Austin city council had on the ballot; but do you know what they plan to do with the money? In this weeks episode we'll be talking about new legislation that affects you -- breathalyzer tests for repeated drunk drivers, new toll roads to alleviate Austin traffic, and new restrictions on traveling to neighboring countries like Mexico. It's an episode you want to tune in for.

Show 5 (27:49 min)
November 23, 2006
Jesse Arendt, Producer
Ashley Paredez, Assistant Producer
Mireya Garcia and Blake Weldon, Hosts

This week on dispatch 40, the News team covered issues about the homeless and how they are being helped by the Austin community. With Thanksgiving coming up, we also talked about the holiday season.

Show 6 (26:30 min)
November 30, 2006
Michael Gould, Producer
Laura Koether, Assistant Producer
Christina Lee and David Murillo, Hosts

"Future longhorns can anticipate a new core curriculum and some businesses are losing revenue while others have people waiting outside. Also in this episode we discuss what's on this holiday season's agenda."

Spring 2006

Money - Show 1 (29:30 min)
March 23, 2006
Joaquin Sanchez, Producer
Hyun Jin Kim, Assistant Producer
Tobias Salinger and Bonnie Moon, Hosts

The Dispatch 40 News Team takes a look at money and financial issues that affect UT students.

Student Activities - Show 2 (29:40 min)
March 30, 2006
Erin Gardner, Producer
Elizabeth Peppers, Assistant Producer
Melinda Merola and Carrie Winsett, Hosts

There are plenty of activities around campus to keep students busy outside of regular classes and studying.  This show takes a look at student activities from organizations to risky habits.  The stories include an offer for a free trip to Israel, the dangers of Facebook, underage drinking and more.

Health - Show 3 (26:28 min)
April 6, 2006
Mandy Mendez, Producer
Brooke Langston, Assistant Producer
Lori Thayer and Netali Peles, Hosts

This week’s show takes an in depth look at student health issues.  Topics covered include dieting, eating habits, and university health policies.  Join the Dispatch 40 News Team for a healthy dose good and bad habits.   

Entertainment - Show 4 (28:25 min)
April 13, 2006
Cecile Gregoriades, Producer
Brian Genchur, Assistant Producer
Elizabeth Peppers and Katie Jarl, Hosts

Austin and the UT campus are hot spots for many forms of entertainment.  The Dispatch 40 News Team discovers what’s hot, what’s not, and how students can take advantage of the many live entertainment attractions around the city.

Education - Show 5 (27:57 min)
April 20, 2006
Melinda Merola, Producer
Lori Thayer, Assistant Producer
Bonnie Moon, Assistant Producer
Hasti Taghi and Mandy Mendez, Hosts

The Dispatch 40 News Team presents a comprehensive look at the educational process at UT.  The stories this week include the most popular classes on campus, academic freedom and freedom of speech and changes being made to the GRE for future graduate students.

Law - Show 6 (28:07 min)
April 27, 2006
Netali Peles, Producer
Tobias Salinger, Assistant Producer
Carrie Winsett, Assistant Producer
Hyun Jin Kim and Joaquin Sanchez, Hosts

On the final show of this semester, the Dispatch 40 News Team reports on the laws affecting Austin and the UT community.  An on-campus security breach and the rising gasoline prices are just a couple of the issues covered on this week’s show. 

Fall 2005

Diversity - Show 1 25:06 min
October 26, 2005
Raheel Ramzanali, Producer
Blair Shiff, Assistant Producer
Farran Powell and Layron Livingston, Hosts

The Dispatch 40 News Team takes a look at diversity across the UT campus and Austin from race and ethnicity to Campus Fusion to the Austin music scene.

Education - Show 2 25:06 min
November 2, 2005
Emily Collins, Producer
Will Goodman, Assistant Producer
Blair Green and Caleb Pritchard, Hosts

The focus on education sets the theme for the Dispatch 40 News Team.  The show profiles education programs for the “educationally at risk” students in the Austin Independent School district along with stories about the Top Ten admission policy in Texas and an opportunity for high school dropouts to get a diploma.

Entertainment - Show 3 25:06 min
November 9, 2005
Ann Arnold, Producer
Katie DuBois, Assistant Producer
Jackie Vega and Julio Ovando, Hosts

What do you do for entertainment?  The Dispatch 40 News Team discovers the many forms of entertainment and the entertainment industry in Austin.  Disk golf, iPods, and High School Hi-Fi are some of the stories found in the Live Music Capital of the World, Austin.

Economy - Show 4 25:06 min
November 16, 2005
Jessica Eaglin, Producer
Stephanie Lacombe, Assistant Producer
Ashley Holland and Dan Weiner, Hosts

Tuition increases, strategies for good investments, and hybrid vehicles are just a few of the economic issues students may be considering.  The Dispatch 40 News Team reports on the economics of working and living in Austin.

Law - Show 5 25:06 min
November 23, 2005
Katie DuBois, Producer
Caleb Pritchard, Assistant Producer
Loren Korn and Raheel Ramzanali, Hosts

The Dispatch 40 News Team reports on stories about you and the law.  Have you or someone you know ever considered using a fake ID?  How about a dispute with a roommate over money?  These stories and more are on this week’s show.

Health - Show 6 25:06 min
November 30, 2005
Ashley Holland, Producer
Layron Livingston, Assistant Producer
Gracie Villarreal and Dan Weiner, Hosts

Health related issues dominate the airwaves as the Dispatch 40 News Team talks about healthy fast food options, how UT students handle stress during finals, and how one small Texas Panhandle town takes care of medical emergencies.  These stories and more on the final 2005 edition of Dispatch 40. 

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